Save Celebrate the holiday season with the vibrant and inviting Jingle Bell Cheese Board. This colorful platter combines a curated selection of cheeses, flavorful charcuterie, fresh fruits, and festive accompaniments to create a centerpiece perfect for joyful gatherings and celebrations. Easy to assemble and bursting with seasonal charm, it brings people together over delicious bites and beautiful presentation.
Save The Jingle Bell Cheese Board is as much about presentation as it is about flavor. Combining textures and colors—from creamy brie and sharp cheddar to juicy grapes and crunchy nuts—this board invites everyone to graze and savor at their own pace. Adding honey and fig jam lends a sweet contrast, while fresh herb sprigs provide a festive touch that brightens the whole experience.
Ingredients
- Cheeses
- 150 g Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
- 150 g aged Cheddar, sliced
- 100 g blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
- 120 g goat cheese, log or rounds
- Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)
- 100 g prosciutto
- 100 g salami, sliced
- Fruits
- 1 cup red grapes, washed
- 1 cup green grapes, washed
- 1 pomegranate, seeded
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 pear, sliced
- Nuts & Extras
- ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup marinated olives
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup fig jam
- Crackers & Bread
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- 1. Arrange the cheeses on a large board or platter, spacing them out to allow room for other ingredients.
- 2. Lay out the charcuterie around the cheeses, folding the slices for visual appeal.
- 3. Add the fresh fruits, arranging them in clusters for color and contrast.
- 4. Fill in gaps with nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives.
- 5. Place honey and fig jam in small bowls and add them to the board.
- 6. Add bread slices and crackers in stacks or fanned out.
- 7. Garnish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
- 8. Serve immediately, ensuring small cheese knives and spreaders are available.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
The Jingle Bell Cheese Board comes together with ease, making it a go-to appetizer during busy holiday times. Space out the cheeses thoughtfully to create natural sections and enhance visual appeal. For a playful festive twist, consider using cookie cutters to shape cheese slices into stars or bells. To keep fruit slices looking fresh, lightly toss apple and pear pieces with lemon juice before arranging on the board.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Feel free to swap the cheeses or charcuterie according to your taste or dietary needs—there are plenty of vegetarian-friendly options that keep the board exciting. You can omit the meats entirely for a vegetarian version or add more variety by including other nuts, fruits, or spreads that complement the flavors. Adapt the accompaniments to suit the preferences of your guests and the tone of your gathering.
Serviervorschläge
Serve the cheese board as an appetizer with sparkling wine, Prosecco, or your favorite festive cocktails to enhance the holiday spirit. Provide small cheese knives, spreaders, and spoons for jams and honey to make serving effortless for guests. This board pairs wonderfully with lively conversation and seasonal music, making your celebration warm and inviting from the very first bite.
Save Create memorable moments with this colorful and flavorful cheese board that invites everyone to graze and enjoy. Its effortless assembly and festive presentation bring holiday spirit to any table, making your gatherings joyful and delicious.
Kitchen Guide
- → What cheeses work best for a festive cheese board?
Combining soft cheeses like Brie with aged varieties like Cheddar, pungent blue cheese, and creamy goat cheese offers a diverse flavor and texture experience.
- → Can I omit charcuterie for a vegetarian option?
Yes, simply exclude cured meats and increase the variety of cheeses and fruits to keep the board colorful and satisfying.
- → How should I arrange the ingredients on the board?
Place cheeses spaced out to serve as focal points, arrange meats and fruits in clusters, fill gaps with nuts and olives, and add garnishes last for visual appeal.
- → What accompaniments enhance the flavors on this board?
Sweet and savory options like honey, fig jam, dried cranberries, and marinated olives provide contrast and balance when paired with cheeses and meats.
- → How can I prevent fruit slices from browning?
Lightly toss apple and pear slices in lemon juice before arranging to maintain freshness and color.